Fans Outraged as Karnataka MLAs Get Free IPL Tickets for RCB vs SRH Clash

• Karnataka government granted two free tickets each to MLAs for the RCB vs SRH IPL 2026 season opener in Bengaluru.
• The decision followed a demand by Congress legislator Vijayanand Kashappanavar for four tickets per MLA, citing they couldn't queue like common people.
• Deputy CM DK Shivakumar confirmed two tickets for the first match, with future matches to be discussed.
• The move sparked widespread criticism from fans, BJP leaders, and former IPL Chairman Lalit Modi, who condemned the 'VIP culture'.
• BJP leaders BY Vijayendra and Tejasvi Surya slammed the Congress, alleging pressure on KSCA president Venkatesh Prasad.